Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus through the years

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Seattle Mariners longtime radio announcer Dave Niehaus waves from the Kingdome broadcast booth Sept. 22, 1996. The appearance was Niehaus' first since a second angioplasty sidelined him earlier in the month. (Robert Sorbo/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Seattle Mariners longtime radio announcer Dave Niehaus waves from the Kingdome broadcast booth Sept. 22, 1996. The appearance was Niehaus' first since a second angioplasty sidelined him earlier in the month. ... more

Greta Niehaus Dunn and Rick Rizzs embrace during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Greta Niehaus Dunn and Rick Rizzs embrace during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners ... more

People stand during the national anthem at a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

People stand during the national anthem at a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed ... more

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Former Mariner Edgar Martinez speaks during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Former Mariner Edgar Martinez speaks during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed ... more

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Rick Rizzs speaks during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Rick Rizzs speaks during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. ... more

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Sam Watts pays his respects with his son Easton, 3 months, during a Safeco Field tribute to Dave Niehaus, Nov. 13, 2010. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)

Sam Watts pays his respects with his son Easton, 3 months, during a Safeco Field tribute to Dave Niehaus, Nov. 13, 2010. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)

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Dave Niehaus' headset rests on a plaque during a Nov. 13, 2010 tribute to him at Safeco Field in Seattle. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)

Dave Niehaus' headset rests on a plaque during a Nov. 13, 2010 tribute to him at Safeco Field in Seattle. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)

The headset of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is shown in an empty broadcast booth at Safeco Field Nov. 10, 2010, the day the longtime broadcaster died of a heart attack. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com). less

The headset of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is shown in an empty broadcast booth at Safeco Field Nov. 10, 2010, the day the longtime broadcaster died of a heart attack. (Joshua Trujillo, ... more

Dave Niehaus, who has been the voice of the Seattle Mariners throughout the team's 31-year history, talks to reporters Feb. 19, 2008 after it was announced that he will be inducted into the broadcasters' wing of the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Dave Niehaus, who has been the voice of the Seattle Mariners throughout the team's 31-year history, talks to reporters Feb. 19, 2008 after it was announced that he will be inducted into the broadcasters' wing ... more

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Dave Niehaus, who has been the voice of the Seattle Mariners throughout the team's 31-year history, talks to reporters Feb. 19, 2008 after it was announced that he will be inducted into the broadcasters' wing of the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Ted S. Warren/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Dave Niehaus, who has been the voice of the Seattle Mariners throughout the team's 31-year history, talks to reporters Feb. 19, 2008 after it was announced that he will be inducted into the broadcasters' wing ... more

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Dave Niehaus talks to Rick Rizzs, left, and radio fans as he explains how Mariners catcher Jeff Clement injured his finger when he chased a foul tip to the backstop. The photo was taken July 22, 2008. (Grant M. Haller/seattlepi.com file) less

Dave Niehaus talks to Rick Rizzs, left, and radio fans as he explains how Mariners catcher Jeff Clement injured his finger when he chased a foul tip to the backstop. The photo was taken July 22, 2008. (Grant M. ... more

Broadcaster Dave Niehaus raises his arms from the booth as he is introduced to the crowd during a July 23, 2008 baseball game between the Mariners and Boston Red Sox. Fellow broadcaster Rick Rizzs is at right. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Broadcaster Dave Niehaus raises his arms from the booth as he is introduced to the crowd during a July 23, 2008 baseball game between the Mariners and Boston Red Sox. Fellow broadcaster Rick Rizzs is at right. ... more

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Broadcaster Dave Niehaus raises his arms from the booth as he is introduced to the crowd during a July 23, 2008 baseball game between the Mariners and Boston Red Sox. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Broadcaster Dave Niehaus raises his arms from the booth as he is introduced to the crowd during a July 23, 2008 baseball game between the Mariners and Boston Red Sox. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated ... more

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Dave Niehaus, left, is overwhelmed by the salami presented to him at Salumi, a Pioneer Square Italian restaurant and purveyor of hand cured meats, July 24, 2008. At right is Armandino Batali, principal salumist. (Paul Joseph Brown/seattlepi.com file) less

Dave Niehaus, left, is overwhelmed by the salami presented to him at Salumi, a Pioneer Square Italian restaurant and purveyor of hand cured meats, July 24, 2008. At right is Armandino Batali, principal ... more

Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus reacts to the applause of the pre-game crowd as he is inducted into the team's Hall of Fame May 7, 2000. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file)

Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus reacts to the applause of the pre-game crowd as he is inducted into the team's Hall of Fame May 7, 2000. (Elaine Thompson/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file)

Seattle Mariners announcer Dave Niehaus, left, laughs with House Speaker Clyde Ballard, R-East Wenatchee, before Neihaus was honored April 8, 1997. A resolution praised Neihaus for his 20 years as announcer for the team and his contribution to the quality of life in the Pacific Northwest. (Louie Balukoff/The Associated Press/seattlepi.com file) less

Seattle Mariners announcer Dave Niehaus, left, laughs with House Speaker Clyde Ballard, R-East Wenatchee, before Neihaus was honored April 8, 1997. A resolution praised Neihaus for his 20 years as announcer for ... more

Former Seattle Mariner stars Dan Wilson and Edgar Martinez embrace on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. Longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. The former players came together to remember the voice of the Mariners. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Former Seattle Mariner stars Dan Wilson and Edgar Martinez embrace on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. Longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. The ... more

The infield of Safeco Field features Dave Niehaus' signature saying on Thursday, November 11, 2010 in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

The infield of Safeco Field features Dave Niehaus' signature saying on Thursday, November 11, 2010 in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, ... more

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The infield of Safeco Field features Dave Niehaus' signature saying on Thursday, November 11, 2010 in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

The infield of Safeco Field features Dave Niehaus' signature saying on Thursday, November 11, 2010 in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, ... more

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The Safeco Filed scoreboard features an image of Dave Niehaus on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

The Safeco Filed scoreboard features an image of Dave Niehaus on Thursday, November 11, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. The longtime Mariner broadcaster died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, ... more

Seattle Mariner President and COO Chuck Armstrong looks over a growing memorial to longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Seattle Mariner President and COO Chuck Armstrong looks over a growing memorial to longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart ... more

Seattle Mariner fan Brian Bell of Redmond adds to a growing memorial for longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Seattle Mariner fan Brian Bell of Redmond adds to a growing memorial for longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart attack on ... more

Fans gather at the gates of Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the death of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com).

Fans gather at the gates of Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the death of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com).

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Fans gather at the gates of Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the death of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com).

Fans gather at the gates of Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the death of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com).

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A $10 bill was among the items left at a growing memorial to longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

A $10 bill was among the items left at a growing memorial to longtime Mariner broadcaster Dave Niehaus at the gates of Safeco Filed on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Niehaus died of a heart attack on Wednesday. ... more

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Doors leading to the booth of Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus are shown on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the team confirmed the death of the longtime voice of the Mariners. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com). less

Doors leading to the booth of Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus are shown on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 after the team confirmed the death of the longtime voice of the Mariners. (Joshua Trujillo, ... more

The headset of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is shown in an empty broadcast booth at Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. The Mariners confirmed Wednesday that the 75 year-old voice of the Mariners has died. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com). less

The headset of longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is shown in an empty broadcast booth at Safeco Field on Wednesday, November 10, 2010. The Mariners confirmed Wednesday that the 75 year-old ... more

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A fan holds up a sign during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

A fan holds up a sign during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last ... more

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Rick Rizzs tries to hold back his emotion as former Mariner Jay Buhner takes the stage to offer comfort to Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Rick Rizzs tries to hold back his emotion as former Mariner Jay Buhner takes the stage to offer comfort to Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, ... more

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People gather during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

People gather during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. ... more

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Sherry Locke of Federal Way embraces her son Brandon, 9, during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Sherry Locke of Federal Way embraces her son Brandon, 9, during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of ... more

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Former Mariner Jay Buhner looks up at the empty broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Former Mariner Jay Buhner looks up at the empty broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime ... more

A jersey is displayed in the broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

A jersey is displayed in the broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

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Former Mariner broadcaster Ron Fairly points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Former Mariner broadcaster Ron Fairly points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

Rick Rizzs tries to hold back his emotion during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com).... less

Rick Rizzs tries to hold back his emotion during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners ... more

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A fan watches a tribute video during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

A fan watches a tribute video during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away ... more

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Jay Buhner, left, and Dan Wilson comfort Rick Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Jay Buhner, left, and Dan Wilson comfort Rick Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

A U.S. Navy band performs the national anthem during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

A U.S. Navy band performs the national anthem during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

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Former Mariner Jay Buhner shows a shoe he wore in honor of Dave Niehaus during a celebration of life ceremony for the longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. Buhner told a story how he once played a joke on Niehuas, using red shoe polish on Niehause's white shoes, turning them pink. The voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Former Mariner Jay Buhner shows a shoe he wore in honor of Dave Niehaus during a celebration of life ceremony for the longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. Buhner ... more

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Amy Franz and Joe Franz of Algona sing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game" during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Amy Franz and Joe Franz of Algona sing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game" during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The ... more

Andy Niehaus and Greta Niehaus Dunn, children of Dave Niehaus, embrace during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Andy Niehaus and Greta Niehaus Dunn, children of Dave Niehaus, embrace during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The ... more

An emotional fan wipes his eyes during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

An emotional fan wipes his eyes during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away ... more

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Mariners President Chuck Armstrong points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Mariners President Chuck Armstrong points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

A U.S. Navy band performs the national anthem during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com). less

A U.S. Navy band performs the national anthem during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

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A fan listens during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

A fan listens during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. ... more

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Fans sign memorial books during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com). less

Fans sign memorial books during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last ... more

Former Mariner Dan Wilson embraces Rick Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Former Mariner Dan Wilson embraces Rick Rizzs during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

Fans sign memorial books during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Fans sign memorial books during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last ... more

Mariners President Chuck Armstrong points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com)... less

Mariners President Chuck Armstrong points skyward during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

A jersey is displayed in the broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the Mariners passed away last month. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

A jersey is displayed in the broadcast booth during a celebration of life ceremony for Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Safeco Field. The longtime voice of the ... more

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Colleen Doser embraces her boyfriend Noel Renggli during a tribute for Dave Niehaus on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. Niehuas died earlier in the week from a heart attack. The popular play-by-play announcer was the voice of the Seattle Mariners since the team's inaugural season in 1977. (Joshua Trujillo, Seattlepi.com) less

Colleen Doser embraces her boyfriend Noel Renggli during a tribute for Dave Niehaus on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Safeco Field in Seattle. Niehuas died earlier in the week from a heart attack. The popular ... more